Today many politicians suggest that where the federal government does not act, there must be anarchy. That view is odd, blinkering out the work of state and towns, which until recently did much of our charitable and cultural work. That view also blinkers out the role of mutual societies and churches.
Amity ShlaesAlthough unions may be good for a worker, singular, they are not always good for workers, plural. Especially when it comes to finding a job.
Amity ShlaesIn a way, Calvin Coolidge is better than Reagan. His tax rates were lower, and he cut budgets.
Amity ShlaesOur conscience, our faith, our local community, even our online hobby clubs - all civilize us.
Amity Shlaes